Eric Fong’s relationship with his family hasn’t been great ever since he came out of the closet, but he owns a dim sum restaurant that’s quite successful, and he’s happy at least one aspect of his life is proceeding smoothly. Granted, his life would have been much better if he had a boyfriend because then he wouldn’t feel quite as lonely. However, overall, he’s satisfied with his life.<br><br>Benjamin Wen is the owner of The Crossroads Diner. Eric thinks Benjamin is cute, and something about the owner of the diner is intriguing. Most importantly, Benjamin prepares food that tastes identical to the ones Eric’s late maternal grandmother used to make for him. There are other aspects of the diner, such as the strange customers who gawk at Eric and only stare at their food and drinks instead of enjoying them, that he considers to be fascinating. He visits the diner night after night, hoping to solve the mysteries behind its existence. Along the way, he finds himself falling for Benjamin. But Benjamin is hiding quite a few secrets from him. Things Benjamin seems unwilling to reveal.<br><br>Can Eric and Benjamin’s relationship survive in spite of the secrets? Or are they destined to go their separate ways?

The Crossroads Diner

Catrina snickered. “Yeah. That sort of people. Anyway, her husband was just as bad, and he cheated on her with many other women. To worsen the situation, her children didn’t like her. Having said that, she really had no intention of killing herself.”


“Is her soul still at home?” Benjamin asked.


“Yeah,” Catrina replied. “She doesn’t want to cross over. She doesn’t even want to die.”


Benjamin laughed. “As if she has a choice. She’s already dead.”


“That’s why it’s your job to persuade her to move on.”


Benjamin arched his left eyebrow at Catrina. “I’m not sure if I can do that. I may end up dragging her to the side of the river instead.”


“Do it then,” Catrina agreed with a nonchalant shrug. “Angela shouldn’t be permitted to remain on the mortal plane. Her rightful place is in hell where she awaits her punishment and her chance of being reborn someday.”


Chapter 72